Panasonic ZS7 vs Sony WX70

Lets examine more in depth at the Panasonic ZS7 versus Sony WX70, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the ZS7 (12MP) and WX70 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ZS7 was brought out 6 months before the WX70 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a short introduction of how the ZS7 grades vs the WX70 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS7 Gallery and Sony WX70 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS7 comes with exterior measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Sony WX70 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic ZS7 versus Sony WX70 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the ZS7 vs the WX70.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS7 and WX70 is 91 and 97 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by going through specs. The pic here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS7 and WX70.

As you can plainly see, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Sony WX70 to produce extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a little more aggressively.